Former N.Y. governor David Paterson, stepson injured in NYC street assault
Former New York Gov. David Paterson, shown here outside the White House Feb. 22, 2010, sustained minor injuries during a street confrontation in New York…
2024 November election: California voter guide
Voting in California’s primary election continues through election day, Nov. 5. Here is information Times reporters gathered about the races and issues on the ballot:L.A.…
California Assembly passes bills to tackle gas price spikes
The California Assembly on Tuesday passed legislation aimed at reducing sudden gas price increases, action inspired by Gov. Gavin Newsom’s political battle with the oil…
California governor signs bill to ban octopus farming
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bipartisan bill Friday making it a crime to farm octopuses for human consumption in California.The new law makes it illegal…
California governor vetoes bill requiring speeding alerts in new cars
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMNPMN BusinessAuthor of the article:The Associated PressTran NguyễnPublished Sep 28, 2024 • 2 minute read You can save this article by registering for…
Mark Robinson, candidate for North Carolina governor, hospitalized for burns
U.S. News // 21 hours ago U.S. Marshals arrest 3,400 fugitives in 10 metro areas as part of Operation North Star Sept. 27 (UPI) --…
Newsom signs Republican bill on sex trafficking
SACRAMENTO — One of California’s most conservative Republican lawmakers has scored an unusual win for the second year in a row by getting Democrats to embrace…
California prepares for the first forum of the 2026 governor’s race
Four Democrats vying to become California’s next governor will meet for a candidates forum Sunday at 10 a.m. livestreamed at latimes.com. If you’re tired of…
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs California plastic bag ban into law
On Sunday, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law that will close a legal loophole that has allowed for an increase in California’s plastic…
North Carolina GOP governor candidate vows to stay in race despite media report
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina Republican gubernatorial nominee Mark Robinson vowed on Thursday to remain in the race despite a CNN report that he posted strongly…
Newsom touts California economy after big names exit for Texas
California Gov. Gavin Newsom pushed back on bashing of the Golden State, trumpeting the state’s economy after some high-profile companies including SpaceX and Chevron announced…
Bank of Canada governor raises prospect of big rate cuts
Breadcrumb Trail LinksFinancial TimesEconomyTiff Macklem signals central bank will step up pace of reductions should economic conditions worsenAuthor of the article:Financial TimesJoel Suss and Chris…
Ohio Governor sends money, troopers to Springfield
Governor- elect Mike DeWine of Ohio participates in a meeting hosted by United States President Donald J. Trump with governors-elect at the White House in…
Woody Harrelson wants munchies at California cannabis cafes
Woody Harrelson is taking a cannabis bill to the higher-ups.The Emmy-winning actor and longtime marijuana activist is urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign legislation that…
Newsom to raise money for Harris in New York with Hollywood A-listers
Gov. Gavin Newsom is heading east to headline a splashy big-dollar fundraiser for Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris in New York before the vice president’s…
California Health and Human Services chief Dr. Mark Ghaly to step down
Dr. Mark Ghaly is stepping down as head of the California Health and Human Services Agency after an eventful tenure that included the eruption of…
Skelton: Democratic rebels test Newsom during fight with Big Oil
SACRAMENTO — Using a baseball tactic that former college ballplayer Gavin Newsom should understand, the Legislature has started throwing brushback pitches at the lame duck governor.The…
California lawmakers got tougher on crime. What will Newsom decide?
SACRAMENTO — In response to growing worries about crime in California, the Democratic-controlled Legislature has passed a set of stringent crime bills, marking a significant change…
Former aide to New York governor charged as ‘agent’ of Chinese government | Politics News
The United States Justice Department has filed charges against a former top aide to New York Governor Kathy Hochul, accusing the aide of pursuing unlawful…
Column: Newsom’s power this election is at home, not away
SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom should now narrow his focus from national politics to pivotal races in his own backyard.Here’s an important politician who’s suddenly without…